Very Good
#2252 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 26% in state
Dogwood EL
Elementary School · NEW CANEY ISD
21580 LOOP 494, New Caney, TX 77357
Enrollment
846
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
846
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,252 of 8,552
In New Caney
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 19
NEW CANEY ISD
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Dogwood EL
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About Dogwood EL
Dogwood EL is a public elementary school in New Caney, TX, part of NEW CANEY ISD. Dogwood EL serves approximately 846 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dogwood EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,252 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Dogwood EL show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Dogwood EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Dogwood EL — Students at Dogwood EL score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Dogwood EL Compares
See how Dogwood EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
21580 LOOP 494, New Caney, TX 77357
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dogwood EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KINGWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Kingwood), with a very similar rating. Another option is COTTONWOOD EL (rated 7.3/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Cleveland), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TIMBER LAKES EL (rated 7.2/10, 6.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New Caney, see our New Caney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TAVOLA EL New Caney | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| PEACH CREEK EL Splendora | 4.0 mi | 3.8 |
| GREENLEAF EL Splendora | 4.1 mi | 4.0 |
| NEW CANEY EL New Caney | 4.1 mi | 3.4 |
| THE LEARNING CTR New Caney | 4.2 mi | 4.8 |
| COTTONWOOD EL Cleveland | 4.4 mi | 7.3 |
| PROJECT RESTORE New Caney | 5.0 mi | — |
| NEW CANEY H S New Caney | 5.1 mi | 4.6 |
| SPLENDORA H S Splendora | 5.6 mi | 4.1 |
| OAKLEY EL New Caney | 5.6 mi | 3.7 |
| SPLENDORA J H Splendora | 5.9 mi | 3.7 |
| PINEY WOODS EL Splendora | 6.0 mi | 4.5 |
| TIMBER LAKES EL New Caney | 6.2 mi | 7.2 |
| VALLEY RANCH EL Porter | 6.3 mi | 5.1 |
| PINE VALLEY MIDDLE Porter | 6.4 mi | 7.0 |
| KEEFER CROSSING MIDDLE New Caney | 6.3 mi | 3.9 |
| KINGWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingwood | 7.3 mi | 7.8 |
| HIDDEN HOLLOW EL Kingwood | 7.3 mi | 6.8 |
| SHADOW FOREST EL Kingwood | 7.5 mi | 6.9 |
| PORTER EL Porter | 7.2 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77357 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,773
Median Home Value
$218,800
Median Rent
$1,366/mo
Population
34,770
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
75.6%
Avg Commute
36.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
31.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AUSTIN EL Dayton, TX | 7.6 |
| AUSTIN PARKWAY EL Sugar Land, TX | 7.6 |
| BARANOFF EL Austin, TX | 7.6 |
| BLANCO VISTA EL San Marcos, TX | 7.6 |
| BOLIN EL Parker, TX | 7.6 |
| BROOKWOOD FOREST EL Porter, TX | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dogwood EL
What grades does Dogwood EL serve?
Dogwood EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dogwood EL?
Dogwood EL has an enrollment of approximately 846 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dogwood EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Dogwood EL is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dogwood EL rank in TX?
Dogwood EL ranks #2,252 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Dogwood EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Dogwood EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dogwood EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dogwood EL has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Dogwood EL a charter school?
No, Dogwood EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dogwood EL a Title I school?
No, Dogwood EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dogwood EL?
86.5% of students at Dogwood EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 846
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.4%
- Phone
- (281) 577-2960
Resources & Links
District
NEW CANEY ISD- District Enrollment
- 18,987
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,683
- District Rank
- #1 of 19
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